Thanks to its unconventional exterior, one is in for a surprise once he or she enters this split-level, sprawling dwelling. The homeowners knew from the get-go that they wanted an all-white home, veering away from the design style employed in their old house, which was bursting with colors and had a lot of “abubot,” as they put it.

With the help of architect Reyno Basilio and interior designer Wilan Dayrit, the all-white, no-clutter abode of their dreams finally came true, but not without challenges. For starters, the house’s architecture was Brutalist—a far cry from a provincial family home that one would normally expect. Given this, making the place feel homey inside without looking uncoordinated became the priority.

To nail this idea, Wilan experimented with contrasts. This explains the abundance of natural elements, carefully employed textures, and well-appointed lighting to enhance the white walls. It helped that the homeowner’s husband was also specific with his preferences—he would share his ideas, and from there, Wilan would provide images to visualize the ideas.